The U.S. government administers an annual Diversity Immigrant Visa Program that, historically, offers one of the most expeditious paths to legal permanent residency and the American dream. Registration is currently open through November 9, 2021. The application is submitted electronically
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Instructions allowing Hong Kong Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) beneficiaries to apply for employment authorization have been published in the Federal Register.
On August 5, 2021, President Biden granted DED for certain eligible residents of Hong Kong for 18 months,
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This week, we read about a Republican immigration plan, an update on case quotas for immigration judges, and progress regarding the immigration case backlog.
The 10-point Republican immigration plan is punitive and harmful to our country
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A previous article explained the rules and process for refugee family reunion. This article explores other options for family reunification that may be available to family members of refugees or people granted humanitarian protection, who are not eligible…The post Alternative
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With dramatic declines in COVID-19 infections, Japan is removing domestic business restrictions. Despite calls by influential business circles to reopen Japan to foreign business travelers, the country remains largely closed to all foreigners and entry for even business purposes remains
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The Israeli Ministry of Interior released a new set of regulations for the Short-Term Employment Authorization (SEA) B-1 Work Visa. The new regulations include shortened visa processing times, increased duration of stay, and overall simpler application processes for candidates wishing
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The Diversity Visa Lottery, also known as the “Green Card Lottery” is not a financial lottery. Although similar to a real lottery, securing permanent status as an immigrant in the United States is also a considerable win, one that’s not
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People who have been recognised as refugees in the UK or who have been granted humanitarian protection may sponsor certain family members to join them in the UK. Both will be referred to as ‘refugees’ for ease of reference. Refugees
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What’s it like to practice immigration law these days? For a case in Immigration Court, we write the affidavit, gather […]
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